Rectal cancer treatment at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov)

Treating rectal cancer at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov) in Tel Aviv involves a full spectrum of care. Options include consultations from $700, radiotherapy starting around $13,800, and complex intestinal resection surgery. The clinic's high success rate is supported by advanced surgical techniques to avoid permanent stomas.

Complete Diagnostic Evaluation

A precise diagnosis is the first step. The clinic provides a full range of modern tests. A consultation with the lead oncologist, Dr. Sharon Peles, costs around $750. The diagnostic process includes:

• Blood laboratory tests for a baseline health check.
• Colonoscopy for direct visualization of the colon and rectum.
• PET CT scans to detect cancer spread.
• TRUS transrectal ultrasound for detailed imaging of the rectal wall.
• Biopsy analysis to confirm the cancer type.
• A multidisciplinary team review to create a unified treatment plan.

Key scans like a PET CT may cost around $1,580 to $2,680. A colonoscopy typically runs $1,200-$1,400.

Personalized Treatment Options

Sourasky Medical Center offers all modern treatments for rectal cancer. The approach is tailored to each patient's stage and genetic profile.

• Surgical resection is often the primary treatment. Surgeons use laparoscopic or minimally invasive techniques. The goal is to remove the tumor while preserving normal bowel function. A complex intestinal resection with stoma avoidance may cost up to $24,860. This typically includes a hospital stay of 4-7 days.
• Chemotherapy and biological therapy target cancer cells throughout the body. A single treatment session is around $980. Protocols are personalized based on tumor genetics.
• Radiotherapy uses precise external beams to target the tumor. Treatment uses a Novalis Truebeam STx linear accelerator. This technology helps minimize side effects. A full course of radiotherapy may start from $13,800.

Expert Care Team

Patients are treated by Dr. Sharon Peles, the Director of the digestive tract tumors institute. He is a clinical oncologist with over 25 years of experience. His training at London's Royal Marsden Hospital brings world-class expertise. He focuses on personalized treatment plans and publishes research in the field. The entire clinic operates under JCI accreditation, ensuring international care standards.

This integrated approach from diagnosis to surgery and therapy provides comprehensive care. Contact the clinic to discuss your specific diagnostic and treatment plan.